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Annual daVinci Awards Nominations Open
Have you, or someone you know, developed an innovative product or facility or performed research that has advanced universal design or assistive technology? The daVinci Awards recognize accomplishment in these areas. Nominations are being accepted until May 21, 2007. For more information: http://www.nmssmi.org/davinci
Raymond's Room
A new book called Raymond's Room: Ending the Segregation of People with Disabilities, written by Dale DiLeo makes a compelling case that today; people with disabilities are still locked away from the rest of society. The 230-page book mixes memoirs of experiences, with illustrations and practical advice. Please visit http://www.raymondsroom.com for more information.
Develop Skills for Using an AAC Device . . . July 14 to July 27, 2007
ACES (Augmentative Communication and Empowerment Supports) will hold two weeks of Intensive Instruction at Temple University's Main Campus in Philadelphia, PA. Develop skills for using an AAC device, computer instruction, and more. Contact Priscilla Danielson at (215) 204-1356 or
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Augmentative & Alternative Communication and Vocabulary Development
The Family Center on Technology and Disability is a program of the US Department of Education's Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP). One of the resources offered by FCTD is a periodic online discussion. Join discussion moderators Dr. Katya Hill, University of Pittsburgh and Robin Hurd, AAC Institute as they explore the process of selecting vocabulary for effective augmentative and alternative communication. Professionals, parents, and all others interested in learning about current practices and research on effective AAC vocabulary selection are welcome to join the discussion. The goal is to learn from each other, so participate actively! The topic for the month of April is "Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and Vocabulary Building". http://www.fctd.info/webboard
Fifth International Symposium on AAC Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)
At the Intersection of AAC and Education: Evidence Based Practice, Language and Learning,and Pittsburgh Employment Conference for Augmented Communicators (PEC)This Fifth Symposium will be held on August 2, 2007 at the Sheraton Station Square in Pittsburgh, immediately preceding the Pittsburgh Employment Conference (PEC). Keynote speaker: Tracy Kovach, Ph.D. Learn how evidence-based practice can help optimize and document results, meet educational standards and achieve success for children and adults who use AAC. The agenda and registration form are at http://www.aacinstitute.org/Symposium. CEUs are available to attendees through the AAC Institute at no cost.
The Pittsburgh Employment Conference (PEC) is the largest gathering in the world of people who use AAC and they actively participate in presentations and discussions. This demonstration of communication performance is an inspiration to all who are involved in the field of AAC. CEUs are available to attendees through the AAC Institute at no cost.
First Annual AAC Clinical Research Conference (CAAC)
The first annual Clinical AAC (CAAC) Conference will be held September 27-29th, 2007, in Lexington, Kentucky. CAAC is a forum created specifically for clinicians and researchers engaged in the study and clinical management of people who use augmentative and alternative communication. The intent of CAAC is to strengthen and share the evidence base for clinical practice in AAC and to provide an opportunity to discuss research with colleagues. Please consider participating in this exciting opportunity.
Registration is limited to individuals who submit papers and graduate students being mentored by authors. A number of special events are being planned to foster the development of graduate students as future clinical researchers including a round table discussion following the conference presentations. Keynote presenters include Malcolm McNeil, Ph.D. and Randall Robey, Ph.D. The 2007 Conference Chairperson is Dr. Gilson Capilouto, and the Conference Program Chairperson is Dr. Filip Loncke. CEUs will be available at no cost. For more information and details for submitting a paper go to: http://www.aacinstitute.org/CAAC.
Cafepress.com Supports CP Charities
Cafepress.com is an online store that supports cerebral palsy charities. 25% of all earnings are donated to United Cerebral Palsy of Chicago. For more information, visit online at http://www.cafepress.com/cp_shop. |
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